Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
Open for reservations. Backpack camping requires advance reservation at least 2 business days prior through ReserveAmerica. Campers are restricted to the campsite during curfew hours (10pm-5am).
Heat Advisory issued June 11 at 12:38PM PDT until June 12 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Temperatures between 90 and 95 for most areas, with some readings above 100 degrees. Hottest conditions across the East Bay Hills and Valleys. * WHERE...The Santa Clara Valley and Eastern Hills, and The East Bay Hills and Valleys. * WHEN...Until 7 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries. This level of heat affects primarily those individuals extremely sensitive to heat, especially when outdoors without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration.
About
Morgan Territory Regional Preserve offers a secluded backpack camping experience in the rolling sandstone hills of eastern Contra Costa County. The preserve spans 5,323 acres and features over 90 species of wildflowers in spring, making it a destination for both hikers and equestrians. The backpack camp is located approximately 2.8 miles from the staging area and accommodates groups of 1-20 people. Amenities include several picnic tables, a vault toilet, hitching rails, and non-potable water that must be filtered, treated, or boiled before drinking. Campers must pack out all trash. Campfires are prohibited, but camp stoves are permitted. Access is hike-in only with limited parking (5 passes available, no overflow). The staging area can be reached from I-580 in Livermore by taking N. Livermore Ave. north, then turning right onto Morgan Territory Road for about 5.5 miles. Alternatively, from Walnut Creek/Concord, take Clayton Road to Marsh Creek Road, then Morgan Territory Road for 9.4 miles.
Directions
From I-580 in Livermore, exit N. Livermore Ave. and turn north. Shortly after N. Livermore curves left (west), turn right onto Morgan Territory Road and continue about 5.5 miles to the staging area. From Walnut Creek/Concord, take Clayton Road to Marsh Creek Road, then turn right onto Morgan Territory Road. The staging area is 9.4 miles from Marsh Creek Road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (888) 327-2757 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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